Ceramic Michigan Mugs with awesome Michigan designs make great conversation pieces as well as gifts for the camping enthusiasts or Michigander. The LOVE Michigan and Michigan Roots designs are sandblasted into the ceramic of each mug which means they are not only permanent but also dishwasher and microwave safe. No need to worry about the handle getting hot! The artisan personally tests all of the ceramic terracotta mugs to ensure that each handle is cool when it comes out of the microwave.
Not only functional, these The Campfire LOVE Michigan Mug is available in Burgundy, Green, Cobalt Blue, and Plum. The LOVE Michigan Campfire Mugs measure 4.25 inches tall and 3 5/8 inches wide with 15 ounce capacity.
The terracotta Michigan Roots Mug is a flower pot looking coffee mug accented with a Michigan Roots design. This 14 ounce Michigan Roots Mugs measure 4.5 inches tall and 3 3/4 inches wide.
These Ceramic Michigan Mugs are handcrafted by Creations by Kelstar.
Personalized Engraved Ornaments by Endless Etching
Michigan themed ornaments are very popular, especially for those away from home. There’s no place like home for the holidays, but if your loved one can’t be home….they sure would love the the “Merry Christmas from your family in Michigan” ornament.
The engraved ornaments make a unique gift to be cherished for many years. Each acrylic ornament is 1/4 inch thick and measures approximately 3 inches. Choose from our wide selection of ornaments, including designs for kids, couples, families, pets and loving memories for the perfect match to accent your Christmas decor. The Most of the acrylic ornaments are available in 4 different shapes including round, oval, diamond, and heart shape. Personalize your unique ornament with the additional text, name, and/or year option that is available for most of the engraved ornaments. Option for choice of font is also available. You can also create a custom ornament with your own artwork and/or text to give as a gift to your family and friends and remind them of years gone by. Each Christmas ornament includes a ribbon to easily hang on a Christmas tree or an ornament stand.
Personalize an ornament for every member of your family and start building a collection of cherished holiday memories!
- Military Ornaments
- Michigan Theme Ornaments
- Baby’s First Christmas Ornaments
- Pet Ornaments
- Family Ornaments
- First Christmas Ornaments
- Christmas Tree Ornaments
- Angel Ornaments
- Snowman Ornaments
- Deer Ornaments
- Nativity Scene Ornaments
- Candy Cane Ornaments
Introducing Helping Handles Transfer Belt
Helping Handles Transfer Belt is the most innovative patient assistance device since the Gait™ belt. It revolutionizes fall prevention, transferring, and ambulation assistance. This transfer belt increases stability and confidence by giving the caregiver and patient helping handles to hold onto. Helping Handles ergonomically correct harness helps to avoid back injuries by keeping your back straight while helping the patient to stand or when lifting a person up off the floor or bed. This device can also be utilized as a vital piece of emergency equipment as well as a physical therapy tool for stretching, isometric and resistance training. The Helping Handles Transfer Belt is made with 600 pound nylon webbing and mid durometer PVC handles. With easy to grip ergonomically designed handles, it is completely adjustable and machine washable. This ambulatory aid is used to mobilize and move patients and assist with walking, transferring, and handling fall risk patients.
Helping Handles makes transferring, ambulating, lifting, and repositioning easier and more controlled. It has the potential to eliminate scratches and lacerations to the caregiver from the person being assisted because they had nothing to hold on to. By placing a second Helping Handles harness under the arms or buttocks of the patient, the caregiver has a better, more ergonomic lifting position providing more stability and security to the person being assisted.
When used properly, the Helping Handles Transfer Belt can help prevent caregiver back injuries while providing stability to the person being assisted. This will drastically help in the battle against falls in the patients facility or home.
- Increase Stability
- Increase Confidence
- Comfortable
- Ergonomically Correct
- Keep Back Straight
- Avoid Back Injuries
- Using a regular gait belt to lift all or most of a patient’s body weight is not an acceptable practice.
- Belts that are too wide may affect a patient’s ability to lean forward. Narrow, unpadded belts may dig into the patient’s waist.
- Gait belts without handles encourage the caregiver to grip the belt with a clenched fist. This generally causes the knuckles to press into the patient’s side, resulting in discomfort.
Every EMT, nurse, physical therapist, and caregiver should have a Helping Handles Harness Transfer Belt for ease of lifting and provide confidence for the patient.
Introducing Toxin-Free Nail Polish by Northern Nail Polish
10-Toxin-Free Nail Polish that glimmers, shimmers and shines.
Northern Nail Polish founder, KC Springberg spends her days happily stirring up bottles of
The Traverse City, Michigan resident began making her own nail polish in 2012 when she learned about exposure to chemicals like endocrine disrupters and carcinogens that are found in many store-bought polishes. She loved painting her nails too much to quit and wondered if there were other options. After experimenting with formulas
, she finally found a formula that was 10-toxin-free, which means it doesn’t have the seven toxins found in store bought polishes like toluene, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and formaldehyde.KC focused on producing glitter nail polishes. To her it was all about holographic, shimmery and sparkly because that’s what she liked. But people asked for more matte colors so she made a whole line of that too. The solid colors were added in 2017 with many of them inspired by the natural beauty of Northern Michigan and the people, places and things that exemplify the Great Lakes state. With nail polish names like Petoskey Stone, Beach Glass, Great Lakes State of Mind, Hand As Your Map, Michigander, Lake Superior Agate, Northern Lights, and Pure Michigan….those are some of the best seller polishes.
Women of all ages, from kids who love the neons to working women who are looking for something subtler, love Northern Nail Polish and wear them with the confidence of knowing they are 10-toxin free. The bottles come with the cute turquoise Michigan logo on the front, and the names of the shades are visible from the top of each bottle’s cap.
So what is 10-Toxin-Free Nail Polish?
- No Formaldehyde
- No Camphor
- No Triphenyl Phosphate
- No Ethyl Tosylamide
- No Xylene
- No Toluene
- No Dibutyl Phthalate
- Non-GMO
- Phthalate Free
- Paraben Free
- Fragrance Free
- Cruelty Free
- Vegan
That means that all of the nail polishes are not only made without the 3 common chemicals found in nail polishes (Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Formaldehyde), but also without 7 other very dangerous chemicals (Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, TPHP, Ethyl Tosylamide, Parabens, Phthalates, and Xylene). Northern Nail Polishes are FREE of these TEN chemicals. You should never have to sacrifice health for beauty.
Northern Nail Polish uses the most natural, vegan ingredients known to form a long lasting, chip resistant nail polish that can be easily removed by regular polish remover. And, because Northern Nail Polish uses natural mica as the colorant to the nail polish, you don’t have to worry about stains being left on your nails or any animal derived ingredients in the nail polishes.
Northern Nail Polish has something for everyone – the crazy colors for people who like to be out of the box and polish for women who work in an office and just want something sheer such as ‘Barely There,’ which is a nice neutral pink and that one flies off the shelf. There’s even a base coat, a top coat, and a ridge filling coat.
People buy it first because of the toxic free formula, and the name or the color. But then they keep coming back because they love the quality and the beauty of Northern Nail Polish.
Introducing the Microwave Bowl Cozy by Sheryl’s Crafty Creations
Microwave Bowl Holder (aka Cozy) is very useful in the kitchen when heating food in the microwave. Simply put the entire bowl filled with food in the bowl holder. Put it into the microwave and when done you won’t burn your hands on a hot dish again! No need to grab a towel, a messy hot pad or oven glove. Simply grab it’s “ears” and lift out as one piece. They are also great for that cold bowl of ice cream in front of the TV! No more cold hands! Cereal anyone? Your bowl holder is a convenient cradle for that bowl too! There’s even a size for that plate of hot food heated up in the microwave.
Sheryl is a home-crafter that has a lot of fun crafting useful items for sale. The
The cozies are made with 100% cotton materials so they are microwave safe! These reversible microwave cozies have a variety of fun, cute, themed fabrics to choose from. The Detroit Lions, Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Michigan State, and Michigan Microwave Bowl Holders are perfect for game day! They are available in three sizes and plate size too so grab a set in all three sizes!
- 10 inch cozy fits standard 6 inch bowl
- 12 inch cozy fits standard 8 inch bowl
- 15 inch cozy fits standard 11 inch bowl
The Microwave Bowl Holders make great gifts – especially a housewarming gift! They can also be used as a decorative bowl on a bathroom counter to keep items such as hair ties, bobby pins, and ribbons to keep things neat and tidy. Insert a round plastic dish in the bottom and they can be used to hold your household plants! The uses are endless! You’ll wonder how you ever lived without a Microwave Bowl Holder Cozy!
Introducing Men’s Body Wash by Nina Marie Skincare
Sustainability is a concern and action item for Nina Marie Skincare. They strive to create sustainable products by utilizing natural, organic, eco-friendly, sustainably sourced materials. As you’ll see – the base ingredients include items chosen directly from nature such as Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Almond Oil, Essential Oils, Vitamin E, and more. Discover the difference nature makes and you will notice a difference in the way you look and feel.
The all natural Men’s Body Wash is available in four fragrances:
- Mansick Body Wash is an all natural, mostly organic, and additive free body wash designed for those who enjoy a more refreshing scent with their morning or evening shower.
- Jack Body Wash is a high-lather, earthy, and woodsy scented body wash – perfect morning and night.
- Voyager Body Wash was created with the journey in mind. This unique formula was crafted with hints of Natural Teak and Tobacco. The suds are heavy , the fragrance is light, and the effect is lasting.
- Naked Body Wash is unscented without added essential or fragrance oils for the most simple, natural, and additive free body wash. It’s Naked, just like you the day your were born.
Nina Marie Skincare started with one thought in mind – you, the user – our brothers, fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and friends. They create world-class skincare products for men with the most simple, natural, and effective ingredients available.?
After years of using what was “on the shelves”, “on sale”, and more commercially available soap – Nina Marie Skincare decided to create an alternative. After years of learning about the harmful effects of chemicals, additives, and toxins used in the skincare, beauty, and cosmetics industry – they decided to provide consumers a healthier and safer option.
With an industry so focused on women, they decided there is a need to give men more options to take better care of the largest organ of the human body – our skin. The driving force behind their products, their core values, and their mission is the man who knows the importance of taking care of the one body he is given.
Giving Is Living. Nina Marie Skincare has partnered with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries to help give back to the community using 1% of the profits earned to help their efforts and mission in transforming the people within their community on a daily basis. Checkout Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries for additional information.
Introducing List Your Life: A Modern-Day Memoir Journal
List Your Life: A Modern-Day Memoir is a new book that is a beautiful blend of journal and memoir written by Angela Berent, a Michigan author/teacher/mom, and designed by Lisa Michele Carpenter, a Michigan graphic designer.
Always want to write but never have time? This is the journal for you! In short, quick lists of three, the reader can respond to various topics and create their own modern-day memoir! List Your Life: A Modern-Day Memoir is written in journal format under the premise that no one has time to write, but everyone has a story to tell. Together with lists that the author has written, readers will find inspirational quotes and lots of space to write – beautifully arranged among the watercolor graphics. Unconventional, for sure, but it’s just the thing for today’s fast-paced life.
Many people don’t view themselves as writers. They think it’s a special skill that only others hold – yet we all have stories, and those memories are worth recording and sharing. Angela absolutely recognizes how difficult writing memories can be for someone who doesn’t view their self as a writer. That brought forth the entire focus of the project: making writing accessible, easy and pain free. Writing down all the details of all the memories would be wonderful, but it’s just not practical for a modern-day life. Instead, take a look at a topic and jot a few lines. Some days you may elaborate and lengthen your response, but many times, you’ll only have time for a list of three. And that’s enough. The List Your Life: A Modern-Day Memoir Journal will help you capture your memories and achievements.
This List Your Life: A Modern-Day Memoir Journal goes beyond intimidating blank lines with topics that range from fun and light to deep and compelling – all created to invite readers to interact and record their own lists, leading them to recognize the beauty of their memories and realize their achievements.
Before Age 55
by Angela K. BerentAs List Your Life was percolating in my mind, I heard a very important piece of advice: Everyone should write their stories before age 55. It was a tremendous jolt to my thinking. Ralph Fletcher had long been influential on my teaching practice with his straightforward approach to writing with students – he is all about making it accessible and fun. This particular sentiment was a key to motivating me to write. With his words, the project began to take shape.I thought about my grandmother who had recently passed away, and I wished I knew more of her memories – I immediately knew that I’d missed an opportunity. I thought of my grandparents who’d been gone a long time, and I thought of how much I would have liked to have known about when they were kids, travels, their proudest moments, stories about my parents – any old thing from their lives.Age 55. Of course, I thought of my parents. At that time, they were 68 and 63, and I realized that I knew so much about them, but there were so many things still to learn. Through the lens as their little girl, the daughter they raised, I wondered about them beyond their position as parents. What of their life aside from me, my brother, our children? I distinctly remember dwelling on that side of things for a long while and growing more curious about their most important memories.But then I was really struck: What about ME? I have a hard time realizing my age sometimes. I get stuck in the daughter phase, that role of my life, and I forget I’m in my 40’s! Age 55 is surprisingly close. That thought launched me forward into this writing project. A sense of responsibility fell over me as I thought of my own sons – I wanted to share my memories.Fifty-five years old is a good point in life. Memories are fresh, health is probably pretty good, kids are likely grown (or getting there), and you have enough wisdom to know what’s behind you along with a sense of what’s to come. That other side of 55 is a bit intimidating, and getting the words on the page while life is relatively smooth makes sense.I knew that I couldn’t ask anyone to share their stories if I didn’t have the nerve to tell my own. This advice, to write before 55, propelled me forward to develop a format that would work for others to collect and share their stories. Thus, a journal of lists to make memory-collecting a little easier.
Introducing Great Lakes Gourmet Popcorn
What makes this gourmet popcorn product unique?
- Locally made
- Small batch produced
- Premium ingredients
- Air popped
- No preservatives
- Proprietary recipe
- Not greasy
- No mess left on your fingers or mouth
This gourmet popcorn is fresh air-popped organic mushroom kernel popcorn coated with delicious homemade caramel. Other flavors include caramel corn drizzled with different flavored chocolate such as white
, dark and milk Ghirardelli chocolate. The cheese popcorn with real cheese melted and poured over the popcorn is evenly mixed to perfection. The taste is incredible! The popcorn is packaged in a resealable high barrier pouch bag with a see through window and yields 8-9 cups of popcorn.Great Lakes Gourmet Popcorn flavors include:
- Eriesistible – Caramel Popcorn
- Eriesistible Pecan – Caramel Pecan Popcorn
- Eriesistible Sea Salt – Caramel and Sea Salt Popcorn
- Eriesistible Lightning – Caramel, Milk Chocolate, and White Chocolate Popcorn
- Eriesistible Thunder – Caramel, White Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate Popcorn
- Superior Fix – Caramel and Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
- Perfect Storm – White Cheddar, Classic Cheddar Cheese, and Caramel Popcorn
- Huron To Something – Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
- Michigan Whitecap – White Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
- Mitten Mix – Caramel and White Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
- Third Coast – Caramel and Key Lime Popcorn
Introducing Natural-Way Vinaigrette
- Cherry Vinaigrette has all natural tart cherry juice. Cherries are great for inflammation and arthritis.
- Blueberry Vinaigrette is made with a super blueberry concentrate. Blueberries are great for lowering cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.
- Spicy Vinaigrette has cayenne pepper. Cayenne pepper can help with an upset stomach, ulcers, sore throat, and cough, anti-flu and cold agent, anti-allergen and digestive aid.
- Maple Cinnamon Vinaigrette made with 100 % pure maple syrup and ground cinnamon. Maple syrup can provide great antioxidants and an awesome natural sweetener. Cinnamon can control blood sugar, control IBS symptoms, assist in weight lost and so much more.
Natural Vinaigrette on Strawberry Salad
Natural Vinaigrette on Salad
Natural Vinaigrette on Pork
Introducing Mi Cookie Dough
Mi Cookie Dough is edible cookie dough that is egg free and made with heated flour which zaps any bacteria, making the raw dough safe for kids and grown-ups to eat as is. It’s a tasty, nostalgic treat for kids of ALL ages! Mi Cookie Dough comes in a variety of flavors, including gluten free. Just grab a spoon and enjoy, or get creative:
Did you love cookie dough as a kid? Still do? Now you can eat it without getting your hand swatted hearing “get your hand out of the cookie dough , its not good for you”. - Roll it into balls and stash in the fridge for quick individual treats.
- Press a scoop of softened ice cream between two flattened disks of cookie dough and freeze for an unexpected twist on an ice cream sandwich.
- Add a spoonful to a milkshake or smoothie.
- Crumble it onto a sundae.
- Or keep it easy and old-school: stick a spoon in the jar of cookie dough and let the kids of all ages go to town.
Edible Cookie Dough is available in Chocolate Chip, Cookies & Cream, Chocolate Chip Mint, Naked, Oatmeal, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, Smores, Salted Caramel, and Unicorn flavors. All cookie dough flavors are available in gluten free.
For best results, the Cookie Dough should be refrigerated and can be kept for 10 weeks. If frozen, the Cookie Dough can be kept for 12 months (but lets be real, it won’t last that long).